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Nuns reap $220,000 from rare Honus Wagner card
Saturday, November 06, 2010
By Diana Nelson Jones, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
This Honus Wagner card sold for $262,000.Even though it was beat-up, cropped and laminated, it was a Honus Wagner baseball card, and it scored big for the School Sisters of Notre Dame of the Atlantic-Midwest Province.
The card that the Baltimore-based sisters put up for auction was rare enough to reap them $220,000. The card was sold for $262,000 at Heritage Auctions in Dallas Thursday night.
The buyer is reported to be Doug Walton, of Knoxville, Tenn., managing partner of Walton Sports & Collectibles LLC. Neither he nor representatives of Heritage Auctions in Dallas could be reached for comment.
The card was a bequest to the order by the brother of a former member.
The Pirates' Hall of Fame shortstop, nicknamed "the Flying Dutchman," played from 1897 to 1917.
Only 50 to 60 Wagner cards from the series printed in 1909 to 1911 are believed to exist.
"We were told that the card was valuable because there were so few of them," said Phyllis Brill, communications rector for the order of nuns.
The money "will go a long way toward supporting our educational ministries as well as our sisters in Latin America and Africa," said Sister Kathleen Cornell, the provincial leader of the order.
The sisters are not disclosing the identity of the man who owned the card. Ms. Brill said he and his sister "were very close, and he had no children. As he got older, he moved closer so he could visit her." Subsequently, she said, he became close to the community of nuns there. His sister died in 1999.
The sisters had not heard of Honus Wagner, said Ms. Brill. "It was a surprise to learn the value of the card. It was in poor condition but it had value because there were so few of them."
The total sale price includes a 19.5 percent buyer's premium.
A near-mint-condition Wagner card sold for $2.35 million at auction three years ago.


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Kuala Lumpur, July 12, 2022 – It is that time of year again where shoppers rejoice upon seeing July’s auspicious double sevens. As a special treat for shoppers and travelers alike, Vietjet is offering low fares from as low as only USD$1 (*) to various destinations across Asia.
This week-long promotion will see a total of 777,777 air tickets priced from only USD$1. Sounds too good to be true? Well, believe it because the promotion starts from now (July 7) until July 13 2022, with a travel period between 15 August 2022 to 26 March 2023 (**).
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So, what are you waiting for? Grab those promotional tickets now at www.vietjetair.com or via Vietjet Air mobile app.
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Federal National Council set to discuss bill on anti-dumping actions which can hit demand for domestically-made products
A federal bill on anti-dumping actions and compensatory and preventive measures will be discussed by the UAE's Federal National Council on Tuesday.
Comprising 22 articles, the proposed law seeks to combat harmful practices in international trade damaging national industries, such as steel, and promote fair competition between domestically-made products and imported low-priced goods that are "unfairly benefiting" from foreign states' support.
It also seeks to remove the impact of unfair competition and increase the country's income by imposing anti-dumping and customs duties on imports supported by exporting countries.
The FNC said in comments published by news agency WAM that national products are facing competition from imported products preferred by some consumers.
The FNC talks follow a move in October by the UAE's Al Ghurair Iron & Steel which said it was doubling its steel production to meet growing demand in the Gulf and resist dumping by countries such as China and India.
Chief executive Abu Bucker Husain said that despite an economic slowdown in the region due to low oil prices, steel demand was continuing to grow because of preparations for events including the 2020 Dubai Expo and the 2022 World Cup soccer tournament in Qatar.
He complained that his company and other UAE producers were struggling against dumping by producers in countries including China, India and Turkey.
In November, The UAE said it could refer the United States to the World Trade Organisation over anti-dumping charges levied on steel pipes.
The US International Trade Commission said it was taking measures against UAE, Oman and Pakistan in relation to circular welded carbon-quality steel pipes, after a Department of Commerce investigation found them to be sold in the United States for less than fair value.
The US investigation began in October 2015 and follows a complaint from four American firms - two in Missouri, and one each in Illinois and California.
The six Gulf Cooperation Council countries are said to be continuing to study whether to raise import duty on steel.
Global steel prices have slumped as Chinese producers, which account for about half of worldwide steel supply, have flooded export markets, sparking protests and anti-dumping complaints by the United States and the European Union among others.


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Sickened customers were treated to an impromptu strip performance in the middle of Primark after a mystery woman tried on underwear.
The crazy scenes were spotted in a branch of the superstore in Folkestone, Kent.
It’s thought that the stripper tried on four pairs of knickers before putting them all back on the shelf for some other unsuspecting customer to buy.
A spokesperson for Primark told Kent Online: ‘Primark is aware of an incident which took place in our Folkestone store on Tuesday, August 9. All the product in question has been removed from sale.’
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THE rollout of Android 9 Pie on the Nokia 7 plus has begun - a win against bloatware.
APPLE has blasted a government plan saying it’s “dangerous” and risks helping criminals. This is why you should be concerned.
A NEW trial uses a futuristic method to ease traffic congestion.
It’s shiny, has the notch of the Apple iPhone X, sports a decent screen and more than adequate camera. Yet there is a world of difference in prices.
THE latest season of Fortnite could be the best yet and there is one new addition in particular that people are going crazy for.
While the new iPhones come with a big price tag, when you consider what is under the hood, there will be plenty willing to fork out for one.
MOBILE phone hacks rushing to get their hands on the latest iPhone device should think twice before shelling more than $2000.
IMAGINE starting your own business at 15, doing something you love, using the latest technology and then seeing your creations on sale around the world.
FORZA 4, one of the most anticipated games in the Xbox and Windows 10 line-up, has officially gone gold, meaning it is ready for launch.
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AMAZON Australia has launched a national competition to find the face of its new online pets supplies section.


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New Jersey Plastic Bag Ban: May 4, 2022
Are you preparing for the plastic bag ban in our state? New Jersey is working to reduce reliance on single-use products to ensure that future generations have a clean and healthy environment to live and work in. Beginning May 4, 2022, a new bill prohibiting grocery stores, food service businesses, and other retail stores in New Jersey from providing or selling customers with single-use plastic carryout bags is going into effect. The law first bans plastic bags, regardless of thickness at grocery stores and retail outlets.
In addition to the single-use plastic ban, the bill goes further. Grocery stores larger than 2,500 square feet will not provide or sell single-use paper carry out bags. As a result, these stores will only be able to provide or sell reusable carry out bags. The ban that is finally going into effect is also banning polystyrene foam food service products; and makes plastic straws at restaurants available only on request.
The bill to ban paper and plastic bags and other single-use plastic items in New Jersey was originally put into place in November of 2020. However, 18 months of lead time was allotted for stores and consumers to prepare. The ban will be the strictest in the nation when it goes into effect in just a few weeks. However, there will be some exceptions to the plastic bag ban.
New Jersey Plastic Bag Ban: What are the Exceptions?
Even though this ban will be one of the strictest in the country, there are some exceptions. According to the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), those exceptions are:
- A bag to contain or wrap raw meat, fish, or poultry.
- Bags to package loose items: fruits, vegetables, nuts, coffee, candy, etc.
- A bag to contain live animals such as fish or insects available in pet stores.
- Bags to contain food prepared to order (For example: soup or hot food).
- Laundry or dry-cleaning garment bags.
- Pharmacies providing bags to carry prescription drugs.
- Newspaper bags.
With these exceptions and the use of reusable shopping bags, the statewide New Jersey plastic bag ban on disposable bags will create an effective and uniform policy for all shoppers and business owners in NJ. The state expects the ban to help in reducing waste and litter statewide.
Reusable Shopping Bags
So, we hear about the use of reusable shopping bags. But what qualifies as a reusable shopping bag when it comes to the New Jersey plastic bag ban?
To consider a shopping bag reusable, the bag must first have handles. Next, the bags must be made of washable fabric. Finally, the shoppers must withstand at least 125 uses and multiple washes. However, to extend the life of your reusable bags, spot cleaning works best. Additionally, anything made of plastic regardless of thickness is not considered reusable. Bags with glued-on handles also does not qualify as reusable.
On the other hand, there are so many single-use plastic alternatives that can qualify as a reusable shopping bag. Cotton, rPET, and pp non-woven are a few of the most popular. Each material is reusable, durable, and customizable to fit your brand. They are also flexible, easy to produce, and above all, affordable.
As a result of the New Jersey plastic bag ban, companies are gravitating towards these three materials to create their reusable shopping bags. In fact, these materials are so popular that the demand comes from retailers and customers alike. To now be as eco-friendly as possible and to comply with local bag ordinances, they are seeking sustainable materials for their bags.
While we are promoting the use of these materials in reusable shopping bags, New Jersey has even started a campaign to back the statewide ban called “Bag Up NJ”.
Bag Up NJ
With the impending New Jersey plastic bag ban that goes into effect in just a few weeks, the state has a campaign in place called Bag Up NJ. This campaign is the New Jersey clean communities Council’s new single use plastic and paper bag ban outreach campaign. As a result – they have a simple message: Bring your own reusable bags when you shop.
While we often hear about the environmental impact of disposable plastic bags, it’s important to remember that single-use paper bags, or non-recyclable paper bags have a significant impact on the environment as well. Creating paper shopping bags requires larger amounts of water, energy, chemicals, and wood. Consequently, this process produces various wastes and emissions that must be controlled or treated.
To educate consumers, Bag up NJ reminds its residents about their options for sustainability wherever they shop. As of May 4, 2022, consumers can bring their own reusable bags when they shop and recycle their plastic bags.
Want to know more about the New Jersey plastic bag ban? Use the form to contact us below to start on your reusable shopping bag projects!


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Kawasaki Promote Bob O’Brien, Ken Essex To Marketing Managers
USA -(Ammoland.com)- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) announced the promotion of Bob O’Brien to Senior Marketing Manager and Ken Essex to the role of Public Relations Manager.
“Bob and Ken are great members of our marketing team and I know they will excel in their new roles,” said Kawasaki Vice President, Marketing and Racing Chris Brull. “Both of these guys have a strong passion for powersports and have worked hard to differentiate Kawasaki in the industry.”
O’Brien is a graduate of Central Michigan University with a B.S. Business Administration, Marketing and has worked with KMC for the last seven years.
His first experience with KMC came with Trisect, on the agency side and for the last two years, he has served as the Western Region Marketing Manager, creating and administering retail-marketing programs at the regional level.
In his new role, O’Brien will oversee KMC’s advertising and public relations and will report to Brull.
Essex has six years of KMC experience including four years handling the public relations duties with the Monster Energy Kawasaki racing program through Next Level Sports Management, …Read the Rest


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The Genovation GXE Corvette
Revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show the Genovation Corvette proves electric vehicles are here to stay.
Paired with an electric motor that will produce 800hp and 700 Pounds of electric torque which will drive the car to the projected top speed of 220 mph.
With a claimed zero to sixty time of under 3 seconds, it will beat the legendary Corvette Z06 off the line.
Only 75 units will be made.
When it is released it will be the world’s fastest street-legal electric car.
Each unit will be sold at 750k and will be hand-built in Rockville, Maryland.
It will have a 50:50 weight distribution and will weigh less than a Telsa Model S and has an estimated range of 175 miles.
Despite all of these performance claims, Genovation; claims the car will still have great handling and will even let Randy Probst behind the wheel to prove it.
Unlike most electric cars, Genovation has paired the electric powertrain to a manual transmission to keep the fun driving experience found in the Corvette.
The GXE Corvette will be easy to spot due to the green accents and circular tail lights which will be unique to the GXE Corvette.
First deliveries will come in late 2019.
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Intergiro names Johan Ryer as Chief Commercial Officer
● Intergiro has appointed Johan Ryer as Chief Commercial Officer.
● Intergiro offers a suite of APIs that allow companies to provide embedded
banking services to their customers.
● Ryer joins Intergiro from Bambora (now Worldline) where he has worked as Managing Director Digital commerce and led the go-to-market strategy and
execution for its Payment Partnerships, amongst other roles.
Nick Root, CEO and co-founder of Intergiro, said: “I am delighted to welcome Johan to our team. He brings a wealth of financial sector experience and an outstanding track record that will be invaluable as we continue our rapid growth.”
Johan Ryer, incoming CCO Intergiro, commented: “I am very excited to work with Intergiro as it continues to expand its business banking services, and becomes the go-to Banking-as-a-Service provider in Europe. The transformation Intergiro is embarking on, with its fully API-driven services and a remarkable tech stack, will reduce the cost and complexity of financial services and pave the way for the future of banking.” Ryer added: “I look forward to helping drive commercial success and accelerating growth in this rapidly evolving industry.”
Johan RyerCCOTel:+46 706 23 00 firstname.lastname@example.org
Intergiro is business-shaped banking: multi-currency accounts, cards, payment processing, and embedded financial services via our BaaS APIs. Intergiro provides truly flexible and tailored financial solutions to help European businesses build, adapt and thrive in the digital age. With Intergiro’s all-in-one solution, clients benefit from convenience, efficiency and cost savings, by merging their PSP and multi-currency banking provider. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Intergiro has over 2.000 clients and more than 150 employees based across Europe. Intergiro is one of few fintechs that are principal members of VISA and Mastercard for both card issuing and card acquiring.
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Mar. 30 – India, currently boasting the fourth-largest economy in the world in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP), will become the largest by 2050, according to the 2012 edition of The Wealth Report released this week by global property firm Knight Frank and Citi Private Bank. The report also predicts China, currently the world’s second largest economy, will take the top spot from the United States by 2020.
According to the report, by 2050 the Indian economy is expected to be worth $85.97 trillion while China’s GDP would stand at $80.02 trillion. Both figures are forecasted to be dramatically higher than that of the United States, which is expected to have a GDP of $39.07 trillion by 2050 – dropping two places from the current number one spot.
Other nations ranked among the world’s top 10 largest economies in 2050 are Indonesia (4th), Brazil (5th), Nigeria (6th), Russia (7th), Mexico (8th), Japan (9th) and Egypt (10th).
The report emphasizes the movement of wealth concentration from Western markets towards Eastern Markets; the West’s share of global real GDP is predicted to fall from 41 percent in 2010 to just 18 percent by 2050.
Southeast Asian deca-millionaires (those with $10 million or more) already outnumber those in Europe and are expected to exceed those in the United States in the next decade.
In terms of forecasted average annual economic growth between 2010 and 2050, emerging Asia had a dominating presence on the report’s top 10 growth list while the traditional developed markets of Europe made up the majority of the report’s bottom 10.
The IMF predicts emerging economies will expand by 5.4 percent in 2012 and 5.9 percent next year. While this certainly marks a significant downgrade from previous forecasts, it still exceeds the average GDP growth rate of 1.2 percent and 1.9 percent expected this year and next, respectively, in the world’s most developed economies.
The report also highlights 400 “middleweight” cities of the emerging global economies; those with populations of between 200,000 and 10 million. Such cities include many that are still unknown to the wider world, such as Linyi, Kelamayi and Guiyang in China and Surat and Nagpur in India. Together, they are expanding the global middle-class by millions of families and creating new market opportunities for local and multinational companies.
In China, so-called second and third-tier cities are expected to be key drivers of growth towards the year 2050. Some investors believe Dalian, a major port and software center, or Chongqing, a mega-city of 30 million people currently attracting immense sums of investment, could join the future list of the most important global cities.
In addition to tracking GDP growth, the report also provides an insight into which cities are considered to be the most important to the world’s high net-worth individuals (HNWI). To gauge this, Citi Private Bank’s global wealth advisory team and Knight Frank’s global network of luxury property specialists surveyed 4,000 of their high net-worth clients.
The results show that Beijing and Shanghai are the top two fastest growing cities in terms of their importance to HNWI and will represent the third and fourth most important cities in the world, respectively, in 10 years’ time (behind only London and New York City). In terms of GDP growth (1 of 31 indicators), 9 out of the top 10 cities were in China and all of those in the top 20 were in either China or India.
In addition, when leading commentators were asked to predict the world’s top city in 2050, Shanghai emerged as the most popular choice. The report cites Shanghai’s abundance of sky-scrapers (double that of New York) and aspirational status among ambitious entrepreneurs seeking to make their fortune there as traits of a city with a successful “brand.” This is thought to be an important factor in determining its perceived value.
“[Shanghai] has the world’s largest container port, fastest train, longest metro system and is currently working on the world’s second tallest building,” said Bryn Anderson, valuation director at Brand Finance in London. “But what is vitally important in a global city is a strong brand. Frankfurt and Hong Kong lose out to New York and London as global cities because nobody dreams of ‘making it big’ in Frankfurt. A true global city is one with a brand people recognize, an image to which they aspire and a place where they dream of living. Shanghai performs well on all these and is where the next generation of ambitious entrepreneurs and visionaries will dream of making their mark.”
In terms of real estate, the report noted the importance of China’s housing market, describing it as “the single most important sector to the entire global economy.” Construction in China in 2011 accounted for 13 percent of China’s GDP, 20 percent of global steel production, and was the dominant consumer of the world’s iron, copper and cement.
Of the world’s most expensive cities for real estate, Hong Kong was ranked 4th ($47,500 per square meter), Singapore 13th ($25,600), Shanghai 22nd ($19,600), Beijing 26th ($17,400) and Mumbai, the only Indian city in the top 40, was ranked 36th ($11,400).
Monaco remains the most expensive residential location, with one square meter worth on average $58,300, followed by Cap Ferrat and London.
The report highlights India’s weaker economic conditions and high inflation, with a decision by the Bank of India to raise interest rates 13 separate times in 2011, as the primary causes of real estate prices in Mumbai falling by more than 18 percent last year. India’s prime market is unusually vulnerable to internal economic events because the country’s strict limits on foreign buyers removes the potential safety net provided by inward capital flows from overseas buyers.
The breathtaking growth of the luxury sector in the Asia-Pacific region was cited as an indicator of shifting global wealth eastwards, with the Swiss group Richemont (owners of Cartier) reporting sales growth of 140 percent over the past five years, compared with 27 percent in Europe.
Despite expanding across China, where the luxury market grew by 35 percent last year, Cartier only has one store in India due to the country’s 50 percent tax on luxury purchases, despite the vast potential of the Indian market.
Although it has a global scope, The Wealth Report 2012 shows emerging Asia in a particularly good light – and rightfully so. The region as a whole is set to explode in the coming years in terms of economic growth, consumption, and its role in global affairs. The full report, available here in PDF format, is a truly worthy read for anyone interested in learning about, doing business with, or establishing operations in the emerging Asia region.


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Pop goes the selfie camera; Apple to supersize iPhone screens?
This is CNET, and here are the stories that matter right now.
Future smart phone technology is on display at the Mobile World Congress trade show going on now in Barcelona.
Chinese company, vivo, is showing off a concept phone called The Apex.
The screen stretches right to the edge of all four sides, so where is that front selfie camera?
It slides out from the top.
when you need it.
And as for the speakers the oled screen actually vibrates to create sound.
It also has a fingerprint scanner built into the screen that can read two prints for added security.
As for the future of iPhones expect Apple to make bigger screen Bloomberg reports that Apple is planning to release three new iPhones this year.
One would have a screen measuring close to 6.5 inches, it could be a plus sized version of the iPhone 10.
The second one would be an update to the regular sized iPhone 10, and the third model will be made with cheaper material.
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The fight for net neutrality continues.
On Tuesday a number of websites will be promoting a movement in favor of saving net neutrality and it's pushed with the hashtag one more vote.
The campaign is to get the senate to pass a resolution that could the FCC's repeal of net neutrality That resolution?
It needs just one more vote to pass.
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Prime Day breaks records, Elon Musk wants your brain
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Emirates Authority for Standardisation and Metrology working on new agreements across a number of sectors
The United Arab Emirates is set to launch a number of new programmes aiming at standardising the measurements used across a range of sectors, including jewellery products and taxi fares.
Eng. Amina Zainal, Director of the Standardisation Administration at the Emirates Authority for Standardisation and Metrology (ESMA) said on Sunday she was working with a number of partners in the public and private sectors and will soon sign a range of cooperation agreements to develop new legal and scientific standardisation programmes.
“She added that the authority is currently launching programmes related to standardising jewellery measurements, commercial measurements, fuel and taxi meters, and medical measurement tools,” according to a report by the WAM state news agency.
The announcement was made on the sidelines of a celebration to mark World Metrology Day.
In December, Dubai’s seventh taxi franchise – and its first Chinese taxi firm – began operations adding an additional 100 taxis to the emirate’s fleet of cabs. The firm, Oneroad Taxi, plans to expand its fleet to at least 2,000 vehicles by 2020, including limousines, ladies and special needs taxis. As of December 2018, there were 10,834 taxis operating in Dubai.
In December, the ESMA also unveiled new regulations designed to combat the forgery of hallmarks and certifications on diamonds and other precious stones being sold in the country.
In a statement, the ESMA said that the regulations are designed to clamp down on “people involved in forging hallmarks of precious metal and/or certificates of precious stone jewellery, or in selling, offering, possessing or trading in jewellery with formed hallmarks or certificates.”
Other new regulations adopted by ESMA include 131 UAE and international standards in the field of equipment, tools, personal protection materials and occupational safety and health, which it said will serve to meet the needs of various industrial and service sectors and regulatory bodies and raise the quality of products, as well as new standards for the oil and gas sector such as for coke and carbon black projects in the industrial sector.


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After stunning the business world by telling any marketer pausing their advertising on X (formerly Twitter) over antisemitic content to “go f–k yourself,” Elon Musk closed the week by taking more swings.
Posting on the platform he bought last fall for $44 billion, the Tesla CEO shared a self-pitying meme showing a dejected-looking robot. “Here I am, the richest man in the world, philosemite, climate crusader, and I still get s–t from idiots.” (See the post below.) The word “philosemite” does not appear in official dictionaries, but it has been credibly defined as a person who has respect and admiration for the Jewish people and Jewish history.
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In another message (also below), Musk pasted in a bar chart from data firm The Generation Lab’s recent study of social media. The survey examined the relationship between the usage of different social media platforms and the amount of anti-Israel and antisemitic material they contain. The chart’s three bars show TikTok and Instagram as having significantly more objectionable material than X/Twitter. “So then why is Disney boycotting X, yet spending millions on other platforms?” Musk wondered. His post did not include a link to the full study or additional information.
Disney, along with other blue-chip advertisers and media companies including Apple, Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery, paused ads on X/Twitter two weeks ago after Musk personally endorsed an antisemitic post. In a reply to the post, which cited the long-debunked conspiracy theory about the “Great Replacement,” Musk said the author was speaking “the actual truth,” a comment he later called a mistake. The non-profit firm Media Matters has also documented what it says is a more widespread issue on X in terms of ad messages appearing next to hateful or antisemitic posts. Musk has filed suit against Media Matters over the claims and has repeatedly maintained he is not an antisemite.
Appearing shortly before Musk onstage at Wednesday’s New York Times DealBook Summit, Disney CEO Bob Iger described the company’s rationale for suspending ads. “Elon is larger than life in many respects, and that his name is very much tied to the companies he either founded or he owns, whether it’s Tesla or SpaceX, or now X,” Iger said. “And by him taking the position that he took in quite a public manner, we just felt that the association with that position and Elon Musk and X was not necessarily a positive one for us. And we decided we would pull our advertising.”
The ad pause, in the case of Disney and most of the other marketers now on the sidelines, does not extend to promotional messages sent on corporate accounts. That fact led many observers to note that Musk’s use of the term “boycott” wasn’t entirely apt.
After pointedly delivering his “f-word” message to advertisers, Musk added, “Hi, Bob,” in a clear reference to Iger. He went on to say that the “advertising boycott” is going to “kill the company. “And the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company.”
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— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 1, 2023
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While Apple works on bringing a new Siri voice to iOS 15.4 Beta, people seem to be complaining about the feature’s reliability.
Apple has been adding more voices that are inclusive and diverse. Should Apple be working more closely on improving Siri though? Most people seem to think that Apple needs to fix Siri’s shortcomings before making new optional features.
One user complained that their Siri cannot play songs on Spotify properly.
They should make it work properly instead of adding a new voice. Sometimes Siri can't play a damn song on spotify— Cleber Costa 🇵🇦 (@oclebercosta) February 23, 2022
Some say that Siri needs to be smarter or that the other AI assistants from Google and Amazon are outpacing Siri.
They need to improve Siri intelligence more than anything.— ⋆ 💋𝒜𝓈𝒽𝓁𝑒𝓎 💋 ⋆ (@MadamAshxo) February 24, 2022
Is it just me or is Siri the least capable of the voice assistants? Seems like Apple is years behind Amazon and Google which is a shame because I feel like there is a lot of really awesome things that _could_ be done.— Joel Kinzel (@joelkinzel) February 24, 2022
Another person found Siri to be disruptive during conversations with other humans.
Trying to have a conversation with my boss while I have an AirPod in my ear is like one of those cartoons w/ the little devil on my shoulder talking in my ear. Every time i ask a question, Siri jumps into the convo trying to answer. So her and my boss’s voices battle in my ears.— Ah-Tear-Ah (@AtiRANDOMness) February 24, 2022
While Apple is working on bringing new voices to Siri, hopefully they can also make sure it works as well as expected so that those voices are heard.


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The owner of a white convertible has life figured out.
The car, spotted on Interstate 93, carries the N.H. vanity plate: “WRK&PLY.”
Always prepared, members of Derry’s Heritage Commission recited the Pledge of Allegiance at its recent meeting, complete with an American flag ready and able. Commission member Elaine Connors retrieved a small flag from her tote bag just in time for the Pledge.
“I keep it in my car,” she said.
Salute ‘The Hoff’
People traveling around Derry are always looking for the perfect photo opportunity.
One couple recently stopped at Cumberland Farms on Broadway to snap a photo of themselves with a life-sized cutout of American television personality David Hasselhoff, standing in front of the store advertising Cumberland Farms’ products.
Spell check, please?
Some of those responsible for the signs that advertise daily specials or services for sale may need to consult a dictionary a little more often.
Two signs in Derry needed a spell check recently.
A thrift shop advertised its “bargin” prices and a restaurant celebrated summer with “birds churping” and the sun “shineing.”
Every year Hoodkroft Country Club in Derry celebrates the season in a blooming big way.
Workers at the golf course have planted rows of bright yellow marigolds every year for a long time, spelling out the word “HOODKROFT” in flowers.
The marigold banner is growing strong at the front of the club’s main putting green area.
Jack or the giant?
Londonderry police took an unusual theft report Friday.
Someone came to the station to report the theft of a beanpole on Rockingham Road.
The police log didn’t indicate whether beans were taken, too.


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Fans and critics have spent the better half of the year celebrating the 20th anniversaries of such cinematic classics as “Pulp Fiction,” “The Shawkshank Redemption” and “Forrest Gump,” and it would be especially unwise to exclude Steve James’ 1994 magnum-opus, “Hoop Dreams,” from the milestone conversation.
A sprawling chronicle of athleticism, inner-city youth and American socio-economics, James’ basketball documentary remains one of the greatest non-fiction features of all time. Kartemquin Films and SundanceNow have united to celebrate the film’s 20th anniversary with a new digital restoration that can only be streamed online as part of the SundanceNow Doc Club. The HD remastered cut is included as part of SundanceNow’s “The Essentials” program.
In a special clip promoting the new version, the viewer can see the 2014 digital restoration side-by-side with the original 1994 home video cut. Luckily, the change in clarity is the only thing that has been revised, meaning viewers will be able to see the same version of the film that turned it into a genre-defining classic in 1994.
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Trade cryptocurrencies like Ethereum on Beaxy and help us bridge the gap between legacy finance and digital assets, while furthering your financial freedom. Outside of the monetary community, bitcoin’s surprising reputation has come with a value. So many people are mining bitcoin that the powerful chips utilized by scientists have doubled in price btc current price, making it tougher for astronomers, among others, to do their jobs. Bitcoin mining additionally consumes lots of vitality and produces plenty of emissions, which is making local weather hawks nervous. 2018 was rougher for these speculators, as bitcoin fell off 80 percent from its excessive the year before.
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The exchange remained offline for several days amid hypothesis that clients had misplaced their funds. Bitstamp resumed buying and selling on 9 January after rising safety measures and assuring clients that their account balances would not be impacted. On 6 August 2010, a serious vulnerability within the bitcoin protocol was spotted. Transactions weren’t properly verified earlier than they were included within the transaction log or blockchain, which let users bypass bitcoin’s financial restrictions and create an indefinite number of bitcoins. On 15 August, the vulnerability was exploited; over 184 billion bitcoins have been generated in a transaction, and sent to two addresses on the community.
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Nevertheless, plenty of people judged that this implies Wright just isn’t who he says he’s. What’s significantly fascinating is that throughout the final decade, there have been many claiming it’s them, who created the preferred cryptocurrency on the earth. However, none of them was able to current evidence enough sufficient, to show their phrases. First of all, its supply has been determined prematurely, which suggests there cannot be extra that the 21 million cash. Second of all, because it’s placed on a blockchain not one of the nationwide institutions or bank can take management over it. Destruction or elimination of Bitcoin is nearly impossible, because it is unfold over thousands of servers around the globe. Knoema, an Eldridge business, is essentially the most complete supply of world decision-making data in the world.
A so-called fifty one% attack, in which a group of miners theoretically management greater than half of all community power, can be essential. By controlling a majority of all community power, this group may dominate the rest of the network to falsify data. However, such an attack on Bitcoin would require an overwhelming quantity of effort, money, and computing energy, thereby rendering the likelihood extremely unlikely. However, the bitcoin itself is not going to be destroyed and will live on in records on the blockchain. It can’t be destroyed in the same way that a greenback bill could possibly btc current price be. If a consumer loses his or her cryptographic key, the bitcoins within the corresponding pockets could also be successfully unusable on a permanent basis. The method to provide that Bitcoin has adopted is different from most fiat currencies. The global fiat money provide is usually thought of as damaged into different buckets, M0, M1, M2, and M3. To assess Bitcoin’s worth as a foreign money, we’ll examine it in opposition to fiat currencies in each of the above categories. To be efficient, a foreign money should be a minimum of reasonably sturdy.
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The current market worth of Bitcoin is up to date each three minutes and is routinely sourced in USD. Bitcoin costs in other currencies are based mostly on their corresponding USD trade charges. Below, you will https://www.bitcoin.com/ additionally discover well-liked converter value denominations in USD. The present valuation of Bitcoin is consistently transferring, all day daily.
Which country sells cheapest Bitcoin?
Venezuela. Venezuela is actually the world’s cheapest country for Bitcoin miners, sporting an average price tag of $531 per Bitcoin mined. The developed nation’s economy is highly subsidized by oil revenue, ensuring that mining operations can find rock-bottom prices for electricity, land, and labor.
The different key expertise for dodging banking establishments — and the state — is the distributed ledger. Anyone can entry the general public elements of the “blockchain,” a ledger of all transactions made over time. No institution, a minimum of in principle, is required to ensure reliable transactions. If you possibly can hold your pockets anonymous, they don’t even must know who you’re. Depending on how you count its birth, bitcoin turned 10 years old right now.
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Order books include orders to purchase or promote an asset which might be decided by trade customers. Orders are matched by the change matching engine to supply completed traders. ideas, and indicators for a variety of different cryptocurrencies. , we provide credit score and debit card purchases so you possibly can entry crypto markets each time you need to. This content is being provided to you for informational purposes only. The content has been ready by third parties not affiliated with Kriptomat or any of its affiliates and Kriptomat is not answerable for its content. This content material and any info contained therein, does not constitute a suggestion by Kriptomat to buy, promote and retailer cryptocurrencies. The value of Bitcoin has been on a wild journey, from being value virtually nothing at its launch in 2009 to reaching the dizzying heights of over $60,000 in 2021. The journey in between wasn’t easy crusing although, with excessive volatility leading to large surges and crashes along the best way.
Yes, as bitcoin has grown to turn out to be extra widely adopted, there are various derivative merchandise being launched that permits you to short sell bitcoin. If you might be an institutional investor, CME and Bakkt present regulated bitcoin futures merchandise which you can take part to lengthy or quick bitcoin. Alternatively, there are many different cryptocurrency spinoff exchanges similar to BitMEX, Binance Futures, FTX, Deribit, and more. These derivative exchanges aren’t formally regulated and might provide even up to 100x leverage. Derivative contracts are high danger merchandise, you might wish to understand what you are doing earlier than participating in it.
Even if bitcoin gets to half of gold’s market cap, that’s still progress of 4X, or $200,000. All digital coins mixed have a market cap of around $1.7 trillion. I’ve used this app for nearly three years and never had a lot downside with it. The introduction to compelled adverts was disappointing but not shocking since many comparable apps have them as nicely to additional persuade folks to pay for their subscriptions. Since I solely use the app for the alarms the ads don’t bother me a lot. However, now for the past month price values have been failing to stay updated with the exchanges, causing alarms to not go off correctly. This app shows and displays the present bitcoin trade charges. ZEC is a privateness focused digital asset that giver customers the ability to decide on between sending public or non-public transactions. Chainlink is a decentralized oracle network that connects smart contracts on its platform to verifiable information hosted by nodes on the network. Ethereum Classic is a decentralized network that’s tailor-made to application growth.
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Bitcoin generates more educational curiosity 12 months after yr; the variety of Google Scholar articles published mentioning bitcoin grew from eighty three in 2009, to 424 in 2012, and 3580 in 2016. Also, the educational journal Ledger published its first concern. In July 2016, researchers printed a paper displaying that by November 2013 bitcoin commerce was not pushed by “sin” activities but as a substitute by legitimate enterprises. In October 2015, a proposal was submitted to the Unicode Consortium to add a code point for the bitcoin symbol. In February 2015, the number of merchants accepting bitcoin exceeded one hundred,000. A documentary movie, The Rise and Rise of Bitcoin, was released in 2014, featuring interviews with bitcoin users, similar to a pc programmer and a drug vendor. In 2014, a number of mild-hearted songs celebrating bitcoin such because the “Ode to Satoshi” have been launched.
‘Ode to Satoshi’ is a bluegrass-type track with an old-timey feel that mixes references to Satoshi Nakamoto and blockchains (and, ahem, ‘the fall of old Mt. Gox’) with mandolin-selecting and harmonicas. In August 2013, the German Finance Ministry characterised bitcoin as a unit of account, usable in multilateral clearing circles and topic to capital positive aspects tax if held less than one year. The US-based mostly exchange Cryptsy declared chapter in January 2016, ostensibly due to a 2014 hacking incident; the courtroom-appointed receiver later alleged that Cryptsy’s CEO had stolen $3.3 million. In late August 2012, an operation titled Bitcoin Savings and Trust was shut down by the owner, leaving around US$5.6 million in bitcoin-based debts; this led to allegations that the operation was a Ponzi scheme. Securities and Exchange Commission had reportedly began an investigation on the case. Matonis denied that the foundation is engaged in money transmission and said he seen the case as “a chance to educate state regulators.” As of September 2019, there were 5,457 bitcoin ATMs worldwide. In August of that 12 months, the countries with highest variety of bitcoin ATMs were the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Austria, and Spain. In June 2017, the bitcoin image was encoded in Unicode version 10.zero at position U+20BF (₿) within the Currency Symbols block.
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One of the big drivers of consumer spending in the last several years has been home improvement. Spending by homeowners on remodeling and repairs has been growing year after year, to about $326 billion annually. A combination of factors have driven demand — from people staying in their homes longer to an increase in natural disasters that force homeowners to repair and renovate their homes. Now a closely-watched indicator of home improvement demand is signaling the first decline in a decade.
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Well this news has taken the wind completely out of my sails this morning. Kurt Sutter, the creator of hit drama Sons of Anarchy, has said that his upcoming video game for the series will be "a very high-end tablet game." Tablet game, not PC or console. He has promised that it will be "really fucking awesome", but it's hard for me to imagine a first-person game being "really fucking awesome" on a tablet.
He explained on his YouTube show that he brought his video game idea to Rockstar, as Grand Theft Auto ideals would be perfect for a Sons of Anarchy-based game. However, the studio was not interested, which is not entirely surprising as Take-Two has never been a fan of publishing licensed games.
So tablet it is. Looks like I won't be playing it after all.
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Jan 27, 2016 | By Kira
In order to ensure that as many citizens as possible have access to the life-saving medical procedures they need, Japan’s Central Social Insurance Medical Council, an organization of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, has this week announced that the cost of 3D printed organ models used to assist medical treatments and surgeries will be covered under the standard medical insurance payment range.
3D printed medical models have helped surgeons around the world plan and prepare for complex and risky operations, giving them the chance to practice on a full-scale, patient-specific model, alerting them to potential risks and complications before the patient even sets foot into the operating room. Using advanced CT image data and 3D scanning technology, doctors have been able to recreate accurate, customized 3D printed medical models of everything from 3D printed vascular systems to 3D printed hearts to 3D printed brain models.
While there are obvious benefits to using 3D printed organ models for both patient and doctor, there is also a significant drawback: the cost. Though 3D printing technology is often lauded as being both time and cost-efficient, this is often only the case if the hospital in question already owns a 3D printer and its requisite accessories—not to mention hiring skilled 3D scanning experts or 3D printer operators. The truth is that the initial set up fees, as well as subsequent operation costs and material costs, can be prohibitively expensive, and in most healthcare systems, these costs often end up being passed on to the patient or their families.
Professor Toshiaki Morikawa gives a lesson while using a 3D-printed lung at the Jikei University hospital in Tokyo
By covering the cost of 3D printed organ models, the Japanese medical system will potentially help countless patients receive the advanced medical care they need, regardless of whether or not they could normally afford it. Although the exact coverage details may differ from policy to policy, this is nevertheless a huge step forward for the medical 3D printing industry in Japan, which will now have wider access to patients in need of specific, customized 3D printed medical models.
In addition to approving 3D printed organ models, Japan’s Central Social Insurance Medical Council also announced that 13 other advanced medical treatment technologies will be covered by national health insurance. These include proton therapy treatments targeting children’s’ cancer, heavy particle radiation therapy, and the da Vinci Surgical System, a robotic surgical system made by American company Intuitive Surgical that is designed to facilitate complex surgery using a minimally invasive approach.
Though we have seen 3D printed medical models play an important, life-saving role in hospitals around the world, Japan in particular has made some groundbreaking 3D medical advancements. Recently, Japanese scientists have developed 3D printed liver models, ultra-realistic 3D printed organs, and most recently, 3D bioprinted bones, joints and human skin. Hopefully, Japan’s move towards making 3D printed medical models more accessible and affordable to its citizens will help to initiate similar movements by healthcare institutions and governments around the world.
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Sony Electronics of San Diego, Calif., is expanding its June 2016 recall of Panasonic battery packs used in Sony Electronics laptop computers.
Another 700 battery packs are being recalled. About 1,700 were previously recalled.
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This expanded recall involves Panasonic lithium-ion battery packs installed in 18 models of Sony’s VAIO Series laptop computers.
The Panasonic battery packs were manufactured with the laptop and battery packs were sold separately or installed by Sony as part of a repair.
Panasonic battery packs included in this recall have model number VGP-BPS26 and part numbers 1-853-237-11 and 1-853-237-21 printed on the back of the battery pack.
Recalled model numbers for the Sony VAIO laptop computer are:
Battery packs previously identified as not affected by the June 2016 recall are included in this expanded announcement.
The battery packs, manufactured in China, were sold at Best Buy, Sony retail stores, other consumer electronic stores nationwide and online at www.store.sony.com and other websites from February 2013, through October 2013, for between $550 and $1,000 as part of Sony VAIO laptops and for about $170 for battery packs sold separately.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow instructions to obtain a free replacement. Until a replacement battery pack is received, consumers should use the laptop by plugging in AC power only.
Consumers may contact Sony Electronics toll-free at 888-476-6988 from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. (ET) Monday through Friday or 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET) Saturday and Sunday, or online at www.sony.com, click on “Support” and then “Support Alerts” for more information.
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Woodland spreading its wings globally: Harkirat Singh
Woodland is slowly entering markets such as Hong Kong and China, says Harkirat Singh, MD, Woodland
While delivering his address on ‘Creating an icon brand: How Woodland has done it’ at the Pitch CMO Summit 2012 – South, in Chennai on Friday, Harkirat Singh, Managing Director, Woodland said that while Woodland is an iconic brand in India, it is spreading its wings globally too, setting up a distribution network in Hong Kong and China. It has been already selling its products in the Middle East. It also has plans to enter some of the Commonwealth of Independent States countries.
Singh said that Woodland has been able to differentiate itself on quality and by positioning itself as a brand for outdoors and adventure.
Speaking about its retail strategy, Singh said that while it had 350 exclusive stores and presence in 4,000 multi-retail outlets in India, as of now, it would be adding 60 new stores, by the end of this year.
Hoping to expand its TG beyond men, Woodland has launched trendy shoes for women too. “We had a trend that women were not buying expensive shoes. So we have tied up with designers to have trendy shoes for women,” Singh said. The Woods range targeting this audience was launched about four years ago.
It has also launched a new youth collection and a collection for the kids too. “So our TG, which started at 17, has come down to 12 now,” Singh said.
While 30 per cent of the company's turnover comes from apparels and about 10 per cent from accessories – bagbacks, belts, Singh hopes to take the share of the latter higher adding more adventure gear such as tents to its range.
The company is hoping to increase the size of some of its stores to 1,000-1,200 square feet, which would have different segments for adventure gear such as tents and sleeping bags, apparels and shoes. The brand has separate stores for Woods.
Singh informed that the company's e-commerce sales have also “trebled” in the last two years. Digitally too, Woodland is a strong brand on social media sites such as Facebook.
Speaking about its CSR activities, Singh said that Woodland has been able to build a strong brand equity with its CSR activities. The logo of the brand is a tree and leveraging that, its CSR activities largely involves around planting trees and giving back to the community. For the same, it has a Facebook interactive application, where people can plant a tree virtually, and Woodland on their behalf plants a tree in the real world.
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Infra-red cameras that can count the number of people in cars could be used to help enforce transit lanes.
Laser Optical Engineering and Loughborough University in England have developed the technology that can detect human faces in moving cars.
"We needed to use infra-red to detect faces but the heat-resistant coatings on car windows absorb the infra-red wavelengths. Only a highly sophisticated -- and vastly expensive -- infra-red camera could overcome this challenge," says Dr John Tyrer, the director of LOE.
"Our important breakthrough came when we found a tiny gap in the infra-red spectrum in which light is absorbed by human skin of any colour but reflected by hair, clothing and upholstery. This means that dummies, large objects and dogs -- anything in a fast-moving car that could be detected in error by a conventional camera -- are easily rejected."
Although the infra-red camera works well in bright sunlight, dull days and night-time pose a challenge. By combining the optical technology with a custom-made image recognition system, human faces are still distinguishable.
"We developed a unique mathematical formula for instant image recognition to enable an automatic and accurate count of faces in a moving car for the very first time. We can even apply a size filter to the camera to make sure a hand held up where a passenger's face should be is not counted," Tyrer says.
The prototype for the high occupancy vehicle monitoring system (Hovmon) has been tested on British highways and the company hopes to sell it to local and overseas traffic enforcement agencies.


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The president of Amazon, which months ago surprised the markets and the public with the purchase of The Washington Post, said the drones could take up to two kilograms packages representing 86 percent of deliveries that makes Amazon.
“It could be within about 15 miles from a dispatch center,” he added. “I mean, in urban areas one might cover very significant portions of the population.”
Immediately, Twitter and other social networks a dispute between who appreciate the futuristic promise, and who fear that robots spy on citizens, kidnapped children and cause other havoc rose.
Meanwhile Patrick Fitzgerald, vice president of FedEx parcel delivery company, said in a television interview that he is not worried now plan “drones” deliverers Amazon.
“FedEx has been and continues to pioneer technology,” he added. FedEx has its own fleet of trucks and aircraft, manned them all, which distributes packages worldwide. “In this holiday season we hope to distribute 22 million packages a day.”


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According to top market research firm Piper Jaffray, Apple’s oft-speculated Apple tablet will launch in early 2010, sell for $600 and shift two million units in its first year on sale.
Of course, this is all research-based speculation, but it’s interesting all the same. Piper Jaffray claims to have been told by an Asian component supplier that Apple wants an order of touchscreen tablets to be fulfilled in late 2009 in anticipation of an early 2010 launch.
The firm also predicts that the Apple tablet will be pitched to fill a product void between the iPod touch and the cheapest MacBook, aimed at users looking for a simple, convenient device that offers “best in class” access to email, the web and media functionality.
Piper Jaffray’s Gene Munster predicts that the Apple tablet will run a modified version of the iPhone OS rather than Mac OS X, with the larger screen allowing users to multitask.
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A food co-op more than 10 years in the making is a little bit closer to fruition. The Detroit Black Community Food Security Network (DBCFSN) has signed a purchase agreement, paid a down payment and is awaiting city approvals on a property located at 8324 Woodward Ave. in Detroit, the future site of the Detroit People’s Food Co-op.
“It’ll be a full-service grocery store that emphasizes what the industry calls natural and organic foods,” says Malik Yakini, the executive director of DBCFSN and a board member of the Detroit People’s Food Co-op.
Listen: Hear from Detroit People’s Food Co-op Board Member Malik Yakini about the vision for the Black-led, community-owned grocery store.
The store will also include some conventional foods as well as a deli with hot and cold items for vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians and meat eaters.
As part of the co-op’s model, shoppers can become part owners of the store by purchasing a $200 membership share. More than 1,100 people have already done so. Shoppers do not have to be members but if they choose to do so then at the end of the year, if there are profits, they can vote themselves a percentage, vote to put the profits back into the store, or vote to donate the revenue to a nonprofit.
“It’s a very important model, particularly given the style of development that we see happening in Detroit now, which is typically owned and led by very wealthy white men.” –Malik Yakini, Detroit People’s Co-op board member
“In a corporation, if you have more money, you can buy more shares, which gives you more votes,” says Yakini. “A co-op is a flat horizontal structure where every person only has one vote. And so it’s an exercise in democracy where we come together with other residents in our community and we collectively make decisions that function in the best welfare of the community as a whole.”
There hasn’t been a co-op in Detroit, Yakini says, since the Cass Corridor Food Co-op shuttered in 2004 after being open for decades. He says that means there’s a whole generation of Detroiters who are likely unfamiliar with them.
“It’s a very important model, particularly given the style of development that we see happening in Detroit now, which is typically owned and led by very wealthy white men who are developers who have either the capital themselves or access to the capital to spur the kind of development we see happening in Detroit,” says Yakini. Co-ops are more equitable, he says. “We think it’s an important alternative, which is really based in community and allows community members to have ownership.”
The complex where the Detroit People’s Food Co-op will be located has been deemed The Detroit Food Commons. It’s being built in partnership with DBCFSN and Develop Detroit and will include incubator kitchens, meeting spaces, offices and outdoor vendor booths in the warmer months.
DBCFSN said in a recent newsletter that it expects to close on the main property and seven others that it needs for a parking lot, in the next 60 days. If all goes according to plan, construction is expected to begin this summer.


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The report surveyed 476 decision-makers at Canadian companies and found that while many were taking cybersecurity seriously, 25 per cent of businesses had no recovery plan in place in the event of a data breach. (BetaKit)
Talking point: The concern from Canadian tech companies is warranted, as several high-profile tech companies face backlash for their own cybersecurity and privacy issues. Last week, a bug in Apple’s FaceTime application allowed callers to listen in on the audio of the person they were calling, while Facebook’s Research app was removed from the Apple Store for harvesting data and phone activity of users. One of the most alarming findings of this report: 57 per cent of companies owned confidential client information; of them, nearly four in five had already experienced a cyber attack. Nearly half said they would not inform their clients of a breach.


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Cause for concern
The new agricultural bills passed by the Lok Sabha may not be beneficial for farmers and consumers, instead allowing for the conditions required for corporate cartelisation
Bringing three important agriculture-related bills in Parliament at one go and getting them passed in less than a week's time without any serious debate or special scrutiny is most unusual, if not unprecedented. On the face of it, the bills seek to double farmers' income which the ruling BJP promised before the last Lok Sabha election. They also seek to conditionally contain retail prices of key agri products. Here lies the apprehension of both big and small farmers. Consumers are not convinced. Farmers fear a gradual extinction of the mandis and the minimum support price (MSP) system. To prove the opposition perception wrong, the Government took a highly unusual step by announcing increases in MSP of six rabi crops — by two to six per cent — months ahead of the schedule.
Farmers from Punjab and Haryana, who have been at the forefront of the anti-legislation agitation, will be big beneficiaries. Among the key Ravi crops are wheat, Bajra, lentils, mustard and gram. The immediate Government action is seen as an attempt to allay doubts of farmers over the future of the MSP regime in the wake of at least two of the farm bills. The three farm bills are: the 'Farmers' Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Bill', Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Bill' and 'Essential Commodities (Amendment) Bill'. The first two were passed by Lok Sabha on September 17. The Upper House of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) passed the contentious farm bills on September 20 amid uproar by opposition members. The bills have triggered protests by farmers and opposition parties in several states.
Unfortunately, the bills seem to have little for marginal farmers with small holdings in states such as West Bengal, Orissa, Bihar and Assam. They will continue to get exploited. The 'Essential Commodities (Amendment) Bill' is rather harsh to consumers. The current structure of middleman operation is expected to be replaced by big monopolies. There is no reason to believe that the latter will be more considerate to consumers. They are expected to follow the market forces and demand-supply situation. The new set-up will not only see fragmented markets with different sets of rules but also fragmented regulatory structures that will create a more bumpy ride for farmers who want legally guaranteed remunerative prices. The new rule concerning farm products export may help multinational corporations get away from stock limit imposition. The Government may not be able to even verify if the stock limit is fake or real. The price rise triggers to bring in stock limit regulation are too wide to be relevant for poor consumers.
It would have been better if the Government sent the bills to Parliamentary committees to scrutinise the details instead of hurriedly passing the bills. There is little justification for such a hasty legislative push at this point of time. Clearly, the bills do not provide farmers what they need and they are asking for — guaranteed remunerative prices, oversight of players, transactions and prices, and empowerment of state governments to regulate and place all markets on a level playing field. The 'Essential Commodities Amendment Bill 2020' appears to legitimise hoarding by big players. Few will disagree that the Government does not have even the capability of knowing what stocks are existing with who, when and where. After the exercise turns into law, it will help attract private investment in post-harvest infrastructure. The Government will have little role or authority to ensure the interests of poor consumers and farmers.
The Government said that the bills would transform the agriculture sector. It would raise the income of farmers. The Government had earlier promised to double farmers' income by 2022. It said the bills will make the farmer independent of government-controlled markets and fetch them a better price for their produce. The bills propose to create a system in which the farmers and traders can sell and purchase outside the mandis. It also encourages intra-state trade. The Government claims that this will reduce the cost of transportation.
Further, the bills formulate a framework on the agreements that will enable farmers to engage with agri-business companies, retailers, exporters for service and sale of produce while giving the farmers access to modern technology. The bills also will remove items such as cereals and pulses from the list of essential commodities and attract FDI. The legislation will allow the Government to invoke the 'Essential Commodities Act' only if retail prices rise 50 per cent in the case of non-perishables and 100 per cent for perishable items from the average retail prices in the preceding 12 months or last five years.
The most contentious part of the amendment of 'Essential Commodities Act' is that the legislation will do away with the imposition of stock holding limits on a number of items except under 'extraordinary circumstances' such as war and natural calamities. Cereals, pulses, oilseeds, edible oils, onions and potatoes will no longer be regarded as 'essential commodities.' The removal of stockholding limits of such commodities is designed to attract corporate investment in the farm sector. Investors need not fear regulatory interference in their business operations. Private investors will control cold storage, warehouses and food supply chain
It is too early to predict how the withdrawal of stock holding limits and the decisive play of private sector organisation in the supply and prices of the so-called 'essential commodities' under the existing legal definition will impact the prices of the commodities and their import-export trade. Big companies in the commodity trade will dictate terms on both farmers and consumers. This is truly a major concern. The 'Essential Commodities Amendment Bill' fails to clearly address these concerns. Apart from the fact that the legislations will intrude into the jurisdiction of states in the sphere of agricultural production, procurement and pricing, they will promote corporate cartelisation of the trade.
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Created by Venturethree, a brand consultancy, the #VotIn campaign aims to convey key issues which matter to young people with an online video, posters and a web site.
"Votin" purposely removes the 'g', as a way of highlighting all the other things that matter to people, such as "workin", "earnin", and "makin".
A statement from Britain Stronger in Europe, the official campaign for Britain to remain in the European Union, said the launch ad was "energetic, positive and engaging" in encouraging younger people to register by the 7 June deadline.
The campaign is spearheaded by Tory MP Sam Gyimah, who said: "It’s essential that the easyJet generation, who have grown up with all of the benefits of the EU, realise what it means to be in Europe, and what is at risk if we walk away.
"That’s why I am so passionate about this new campaign and getting as many young people as possible engaging with the referendum."
However not everyone agreed with Gyimah, as younger people turned to Twitter to complain about the "patronising" and "condescending" use of slogans like "workin earnin makin votin".
#Votin? Condescendin.— Ollie (@OllieSaddington) May 24, 2016
Earlier this month Campaign revealed that David Cameron's government, which is leading the Britain Stronger in Europe campaign, had enlisted M&C Saatchi as its main ad agency. The cross-party campaign to keep the UK in the EU has previously worked with a number of agencies, including Adam & Eve/DDB, which created its name and launch film


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Many businesses are finding sneaky ways to get out of providing health insurance for employees before the Affordable Care Act goes into effect. Lesser companies are keeping employee numbers below 50 or cutting workweeks to less than 30 hours, but Starbucks is emerging as the good guy, at least according to CEO Howard Schultz, who tells Reuters that Starbucks “won’t use the new law as [an] excuse to cut benefits or lower benefits for its workers.” Meanwhile, the coffee chain “will continue maintaining benefits for partners.” (All partners, perhaps.) Starbucks already offers health insurance to part-time employees working twenty hours a week, and Schultz says the company will maintain the policy despite the limit put forth by the new act.
That’s not the only way Starbucks is trying to announce itself today as the overpriced coffee brand that cares. They may have us shelling out five bucks for a latte, but now that the ever-expanding Starbucks-verse encompasses fancy croissants and then some, it’s only natural for those products to start becoming available outside of the chain’s locations: Starbucks’ Evolution Juice is set to go on sale at Whole Foods nationwide. Meanwhile, just so all of the bases are covered, the chain would also like to remind you that it’s environmentally conscious: Starbucks is set to open a string of retail locations in refurbished shipping containers. Now if only they’d start making Starbucks-branded hooch from all those spent House Blend grounds.
Starbucks won’t cut worker benefits ahead of Obamacare: CEO [Reuters]
Starbucks ‘container’ store drops in [Portland Business Journal]
Starbucks makes a move into Whole Foods [USAT]
Earlier: Genius Scientists Figure Out How to Distill Alcohol From Coffee


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According to reports, the Italian competition authority launched raids Monday on 20 offices belonging to companies that took part in the Italian 3G auction.
The raids in Rome, Milan and Turin are part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of collusion between the telcos.
The Italian auction only lasted two days and ended after the withdrawal of Blu, which was backed by BT. The early finish meant that the auction yielded only £8bn. The Italian government was expecting to raise £15bn. Previous 3G auctions in the UK and Germany raised £22.5bn and £28bn respectively.
A 3G licence allows a mobile network operator to offer high-speed connections to the Internet, allowing applications such as video conferencing and video-streaming to run on mobile phones.
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•Sebastopol, California-based Ace Cider has invested $1 million in its operations as part of an effort to double its capacity to meet rising demand. Upgrades include expanded bottling capacity and the planting of several hundred Gravenstein apple trees to meet the cidery’s local fruit needs. Ace currently produces half a million cases of cider annually, and projects its output will double by 2019, with growth currently tracking at above 30%. This spring, the company will roll out select Ace Ciders in canned format. Ace’s lineup includes Apple Honey, Berry and Pineapple Ciders, among other specialty offerings.
•Escondido, California’s Stone Brewing is releasing its newest limited seasonal, Stone Americano Stout. Brewed with 250 lbs. of whole espresso-roast coffee beans for every 120-barrel batch, the brew features Amarillo, Cascade, Chinook and Columbus hops. Stone Americano Stout (8.7% abv) will be available in six-packs of 12-ounce bottles and on draft through May. This spring, Stone expects to begin brewing at its new production brewery and restaurant in Richmond, Virginia.Subscribe to Shanken News Daily’s Email Newsletter, delivered to your inbox each morning.


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Apple's shared a new shot-on-iPhone short, a martial arts fantasy from internationally renowned Korean film director Park Chan-wook, to celebrate Chinese New Year.
Shot on iPhone
Do you think one of the reasons Apple worked so hard on improving the camera systems in iPhones is so that, one day, it wouldn't have to rely on big, bulky cameras for its marketing efforts? No? Just a happy coincidence? That probably checks out.
"Shot on iPhone" is one of Apple's most prominent, and long running, marketing efforts to date. It has been going on for years now, showcasing not only still photography, but also films, shot on the iPhone. And today, Apple's uploaded a new video meant to show off just how easy it can be to capture a cinematic shot on your smartphone.
Apple has shared yet another video as part of its ongoing "Shot on iPhone" ad campaign. This time it's meant to help celebrate spring.
The official Apple channel on YouTube has shared a short film, shot on an iPhone 12 Pro Max, that reimagines a Chinese New Year legend as a contemporary coming-of-age story.
Every once in a while, Apple shares a behind the scenes look at how it put together some of its bigger ads. Today, Apple has done just that, but with a slightly different take than normal.
What's one way you can try to convince some folks that vertical cinema is maybe okay? You get a talented director to try and make it work.
iOS 14 will apparently integrate those Shot on iPhone challenges right in the Photos app.
The single take craze in major films hit its crescendo last year with the release of the World War I film 1917, and now Apple wants to have some fun with it, too.
Apple yesterday shared via its official YouTube channel a new music video for "Stupid Love", Lady Gaga's latest single, that was filmed with the triple-lens iPhone 11 Pro camera.
Apple on Sunday released a new shot-on-iPhone footage that tested the limits of the triple-lens camera on the iPhone 11 Pro, especially its ultra wide camera, with sweeping shots of the iconic sandstone structure found in Valley of Fire State Park located in Overton, Nevada.
Apple yesterday pushed a new behind-the-scenes video to its YouTube channel that shows the creative process and filming of the recent "Backflip" video that featured slofies captured on a snowboard with the iPhone 11 camera.


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.The world’s leading commercial drone manufacturer, DJI, appear to have stepped into the conflict in Syria and Iraq. They have designated large areas of both countries as ‘no fly zones’ for its drones.
Drones used in conflict
Recent reports of ISIS using commercial drones to drop various munitions onto Iraqi forces (supported by the West) have surfaced. Could these new flight restrictions indicate that DJI does not want its technology to be used in any conflict zone? By either side?
Iraqi forces are also using DJI drones to gather information before launching attacks. Unless DJI have given some sort of special ‘pass code’ to the Coalition Forces then the introduction of the No Fly Zones would restrict legitimate use of the technology and may put more lives at risk.
It is interesting that DJI, as a commercial entity, have decided to act in this way. For instance, ISIS use Toyota pick-up trucks as means of transport. Would it be expected that the car manufacturer somehow limit the use of its products?
Overcoming DJI’s restrictions is fairly straight forward. A quick search on the internet will give details of how you can shield the GPS antenna. oDifferent versions of control software can be used to still fly the drones in restricted areas. Given the restrictions are easy to overcome active Drone Defence is still required.
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What reasons do you see behind the phenomenal increase of gig economy in India? Is it a temporary boom or will last long? Is it going to replace traditionally hired workforce?
AK The global pandemic has transformed the entire market game, and has massively altered the conventional demands to business operations. The pandemic-induced remote working culture has only been a boon if seen from a pair of far-sighted lenses, defocusing conventional age-old scepticism about freelancing, and remote working. Hence, the Hybrid work model is the new norm.
Business goals have evolved with the evolving business, the real time question is - do I as an employee or employer have what it takes to survive this ever-changing dynamics, if yes, how do I define a proposition that is win-win for all? The answer is Gig economy.
As per a report by ASSOCHAM, India's gig sector is expected to increase to US$455 billion at a CAGR of 17% by 2024 and has the potential to expand at least 2x the pre-pandemic estimates. In another estimate, India is likely to have 350 million gig jobs by 2025, hence it is definitely not a temporary bloom.
With the emphasis placed on autonomy and flexibility in workplace, where unconventional is the new normal, the future is the hybrid mix of full time employees + gig workers + interns, all co-existing to the utmost productive level.
So, no, it is not going to replace the existing traditional work model, but is simply just one more kind of employment that will get added.
What motivates the workers in embracing gig economy? Is it just for the attraction of flexibility or as a second choice because of compulsion arising out of worsening unemployment situation?
AK Today's workforce, that has more than one generation working side-by-side than ever before, and it's evident that there are different expectations and aspirations on the path towards success. And, the fundamental arrangement of gig-economy is such that it benefits all the parties involved, both the corporate as well as the personal brand. So the ruling reasons behind the phenomenal increase of gig economy in India are mainly 2 -
1. Gen z and unconventional go hand-in-hand - With the new players dominating the market trends, factors such as flexibility, better work-life balance, growth opportunities, and the option to skip/delay a college degree are encouraging millennials to pursue freelancing opportunities as opposed to traditional work culture. The start-up ecosystem in India has also been gaining momentum lately.
2. Organisations prefer flexi-hiring - These new trends and evolving demands, have crystalised the benefits of pandemic-induced unconventional work arrangements. Organisations have realised the benefits of hiring employees on contractual basis, which is cost-effective since it reduces operational expenses, a trend remarkably impacting the gig culture in India.
What is the long-term potential of the gig economy could comprise and contribute to turn around of businesses and make India Inc. globally competitive?
AK The nature of gig economy is such that it gives ample of flexible employment opportunities and autonomy to workers across industries no matter the level.
With the current evolving times, where we're adapting and aren't as rigid wrt traditional hiring methods and 9-5 working hours, as we were before, and are embracing change for good, and since the contracts for gig workers are typically shorter and more specific to a task or job with the flexibility it allows in employer-employee relationships, is a boon.
India has a pool of ~15 million freelance workers staffed in projects across IT, HR and designing. And India's workforce is growing by ~4 million people annually. Young millennials, and gen Z dominating the field are showing an increasing preference for gig contracts. This trend is likely to substantially impact gig economy in the near future.
Another major factor is that India has become one of the largest markets for flexi staffing in the world due to the wider adoption of e-commerce and online retailing, according to the Economic Survey 2020-21 tabled in Parliament recently. The increasing role of the gig economy is evident through the significant growth of online retail businesses during the Covid-19 induced lockdown. Digital technology enables two-sided markets which saw the emergence of e-commerce and online retailing platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, Ola, Uber, Zomato, Swiggy etc. India has emerged as one of the largest countries for flexi staffing in the world" as per the recent surveys.
The digital gig economy generated a gross volume of approximately $204 bn from worldwide customers in 2018. Transportation-based services contributed to over 50% of this value. The size of the gig economy is projected to grow by a 17% CAGR and generate a gross volume of ~$455 bn by 2023. India has emerged as the 5th largest country for flexi-staffing after US, China, Brazil and Japan.


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Samsung has pushed back the launch of its first round-faced smartwatch, set to be known as the Gear A, to wait for the hubbub over the Apple Watch to die down.
The announcement has been pushed back to the second half of this year — likely in September — so that it can “follow a proper time table with its product launches, and possibly to give the market time to settle down with the Apple Watch”, according to Samsung blog SamMobile.
The watch had been much anticipated because it is the first time that Samsung will unveil a round face, moving away from the long rectangular faces of its previous releases. While the Apple Watch is a rectangle, many recent Android smartwatches such as the LG G Watch Urbane and others are moving towards a more traditional, round watch face.
The new watch will also have a “rotating bezel ring”, according to the blog. It’s unclear what that will do, and whether it will function a similar way to the similar digital crown on the Apple Watch.
The watch is codenamed Orbis within Samsung, reports say, but is likely to be renamed “Gear A” when it is released. It is most likely to be announced alongside the Galaxy Note 5 at the IFA electronics show in September.
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Smartphone theft has been an issue, especially with high end phones, such as the iPhone and Samsung Galaxy line. Now California has decided to pass a new law to deal with and hopefully fix the issue.
...of Windows 10, more Windows 10, and some other stuff
Windows 10 review: Microsoft goes back to the future
Windows 10 'Service Release 1' coming this month
These ten Lumias will be first to get Windows 10 Mobile
The Redmond Report - Episode 4: Windows 10 gets hit by lightning
Minnesota has become the first state in the U.S. to approve a law that will require all mobile devices like cell phones, smartphones and tablets to have some kind of anti-theft "kill switch" software.
Lawmakers in the state of California voted this week not to approve a bill that would have required all smartphones to have "kill switch" software installed if they get lost or stolen.


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TEHRAN, Iran — Chery is on its way to international expansion. After clinching recent deals with Chrysler and Fiat, the Chinese company now has made two separate agreements in Iran, which will eventually result in local assembly of more than 200,000 Chery cars.
Chery has wanted to set up a plant in the country since 2003. Last year, it cut a deal with private carmaker Kerman Khodro to locally assemble the QQ. Currently, there's a four-month waiting list for the car.
In 2006, negotiations were launched between Chery and the biggest Iranian carmaker, Iran Khodro. The first deal was closed last month, when it was announced that local production of the Chery A5 will be launched later this year. Eventually, the A5 will be made in a new plant, set up by Iran Khodro Khorassan, a subsidiary of Iran Khodro that currently produces Peugeot-derived models and the Suzuki Grand Vitara off-roader.
Late last week, Chery announced a second, even bigger deal, worth an estimated $370 million. A new company will be set up, which will be jointly owned by Iran Khodro (49 percent), Chery (30 percent) and a Canadian investment firm, Solitac (21 percent). The plant will be located in Babol in Northern Iran and will assemble the Chery QQ6 sedan. In the midterm, 200,000 units are planned to be produced annually.
Chery also has local assembly deals in Malaysia, Egypt and Uruguay, as well as agreements to build cars in China for Chrysler and Fiat.
What this means to you: Chery is conquering the world step by step.


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Digital business publication, CV Magazine, announced the winners of the 2020 Corporate Excellence Awards. Underscore Marketing, a strategic media agency with a focus on brands that contribute to health and wellness, has been awarded the title of “Excellence in SEO and Media Planning Services, 2020 – New York.” This honor was based on comprehensive analysis of qualitative and quantitative research, ensuring merit was given properly across many industries.
Marketing Technology News: Avtex Hires Kristine Hansen as Vice President of Sales
The Corporate Excellence Awards celebrate organizations that are exceeding goals, creating innovative breakthroughs, demonstrating superior knowledge and expertise, and improving their business method and strategies.
Underscore connects brands with their ideal audiences through nuanced insights and efficient media solutions that combine the best in AI with media experts who know how to guide this innovative technology.
Marketing Technology News: Pixalate Releases 2019 App-ads.txt and Ads.txt Trends Report: 5,550% Growth in App-Ads.Txt Adoption
Specialties include hyper-targeting consumers, patients with conditions ranging from minor to severe and/or rare diseases, and health care professionals (HCPs) and payors.
“Our structured media planning approach and emphasis on the small nuances that make big differences is our formula for success,” said Underscore’s CEO Lauren Boyer.
Underscore performs diligently to provide the best media solutions for brands looking to reach narrow audiences or broad audiences with unique nuances. Lauren and her team of over 50 media practitioners will confidently continue to maintain this high standard.
Marketing Technology News: SheerID Expands Identity Marketing Platform with Worldwide Employment Verification


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How one Lafayette retailer is changing the way we buy.
This isn't Gina Babineaux's first rodeo. The Artesia veteran knows a thing or two about sales. And so, when she began a new endeavor we had to get the inside scoop. Gina, you see, is selling things in a way we've never seen around these parts (or anywhere else for that matter).
"Right now, the company features sales on Facebook as "fixed-priced" auctions or "flash sales" with a new e-commerce website and trend blog right around the corner," Gina says.
She started Loft 115 with her mother Lana Lagneaux just last week with the premise of brining celeb-inspired accessories to the mainstream. High end/low price. Okay, we're listening.
"The name is inspired by the idea of "that trendy gal living in a big-city loft on a small town budget." Upcoming collections will feature popular styles of hammered cross jewelry, Saint Benedict medal necklaces and earrings and fabulous animal pieces that are super on-trend. Item are a steal at prices ranging from $4 to $36 each," Gina says.
A steal indeed. We spotted a precious fox ring for just $4 and the crazy popular bubble necklace brought to the world by J. Crew - but, the loft 115 version is but $18. But, don't expect to stroll into the store and buy these pieces or even find them right this minute.
"Facebook auctions occur every Monday and Wednesday at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CST," Gina explains.
Each session includes 8 to 12 pieces for sale. To buy, comment "sold. Loft 115 emails the buyer and you pay via PayPal. The number of pieces is limited and they stay on the page until sold out. And the big bonus? Everything ships on a Monday and for free. (Free!)
So, why not just open an accessories shop or include this in the existing Artesia?
"I've wanted to get back into e-commerce for a while now. More and more people are definitely shopping online and accessories were a great way for us to ease back into that market because you don't have all of the size and fit concerns you have with selling clothing online" says Babineaux. "Facebook in itself has been gaining momentum as an online sales tool and was a great opportunity for us to start small and instantly get in the face of new customers. Once our website launches it will feature our full inventory and our Facebook site will still continue to offer great discounted items."
While it's been less than two weeks, Gina says people are on board with the selling on Facebook.
"Items are already selling out."
Go to www.facebook.com/loft115 to check out the latest fashion forward finds.


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